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Mar del Plata Airport Guide

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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Mar del Plata Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

I slept for a few minutes when the airport police woke me up – Jacob

MDQ Airport Overview

The small terminal at Mar del Plata Airport (code: MDQ) handles domestic routes, and its facilities are limited to a landside snack bar and a couple of shops. Unfortunately, you must pay for WiFi access. An airport lounge is available.

Sleeping in Mar del Plata Airport

We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels

There are a few small hotels near Mar del Plata Airport, though many travellers choose to stay in the city centre, about a 15–20 minute drive away.

Browse the complete list of hotels in Mar del Plata on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

Aeropuertos VIP Club
Location: Landside, Ground Floor. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.

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More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply, particularly for international withdrawals. Location: Landside, Main Hall.

Duty-Free & Shopping – A newspaper and magazine shop is available landside. Raffaelli Giardino sells clothing (landside).

Food & Drinks – At the time of this update, we did not have information confirming any 24-hour food options. One food outlet, Delimarket, is reported landside.

Information desk – An information desk is available for passenger assistance. Location: Landside, Main Hall, across from the check-in counters.

Luggage Storage & Lockers  – Unavailable.
Luggage Wrapping – A luggage wrapping service is available landside in Terminals A and C.

Medical services – First aid services are available. Location: Landside, Main Hall.
Mobile Charging  – At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability.

Pharmacy – A pharmacy is located landside. Hours are not known.
Post Office – A post office is located landside in Terminal A, Arrivals Hall.

Showers – Unavailable.

WiFi/Internet – WiFi is reportedly available for a fee. Rate: $20 for two hours.

Airlines
Mar del Plata Airport is served by the following airlines: Aerolíneas Argentinas • Andes Lade • Avianca • Flyest • Lade.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses and Colectivos

The Mar del Plata Airport is connected to the city by bus line 542. Bus fare costs $0.80 with a transit card or $0.95 without one. The bus pickup/drop-off is outside the airport in the parking area.

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies have offices in the main hall of the airport: Avis • Hertz.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available outside the main terminal entrance. As of this update, the estimated fare to the city center is approximately $10.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-13

This guide is for planning purposes only. Details, including rates and hours, may change without notice. Information comes from airports and service providers, their websites, and traveller submissions. We do not represent these providers. To share corrections or updates: write a review or update the airport guide.

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